Premier's Department

Senior NSW Gov Strategic Communications Advisor

You. At the centre of big ideas.

• Lead whole-of-government communication strategies on priority issues
• Seeking an ambitious communications professional with demonstrated stakeholder and project management skills
• Ongoing Clerk Grade 9/10 role, based in Martin Place, Sydney CBD

About the Role

As our new Senior Advisor, Strategic Communications, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering integrated communication strategies that support whole-of-government initiatives.

In this role, you will develop strategic, customer-centric communications, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and provide expert advice on high-priority and cross-sector issues. You'll join the NSW Government Strategic Communications team in the Community Engagement branch, part of the Delivery and Engagement Group - helping to ensure consistent, effective messaging across government.

Your work will directly inform decision-making, promote transparency, and enhance community engagement with NSW Government priorities.

To learn more about the role please review the Role Description.

We're Looking For

We're looking for a results-driven strategic communications professional with:

• Proven experience designing and delivering integrated, customer-focused communication strategies in complex government or large organisations
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build and influence relationships across diverse internal and external partners, including senior executives
• Ability to analyse customer and stakeholder insights to inform strategy and drive continuous improvement
• Demonstrated success managing multiple complex projects, often in high-pressure and politically sensitive environments
• Experience preparing clear, timely briefings and reports for senior executives and governance groups
• A proactive approach to identifying risks, championing innovation, and implementing best practices for improved outcomes
• Relevant professional experience and/or tertiary qualifications in communications, public relations, marketing, or related fields are highly desirable.

We value diverse experiences. Even if you're not sure you meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible Working: Broad range of flexible working arrangements
• Career Development: Ongoing learning through expert-led sessions, online training, and professional development opportunities
• Work-Life Balance: Flex time accrual for extra hours worked (for non-executive roles) based on a 35-hour standard week
• Wellbeing Support: Access to employee assistance program, fitness passport program, and wellbeing initiatives
• Inclusive Culture: Staff-led networks including Aboriginal Staff Advisory Committee, Diversity & Inclusion Network, and Young Professionals Network
  
  

How to Apply

Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:

• A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
  
  
• A cover letter addressing how you meet the essential requirements and focus capabilities of the role (maximum 2 pages)

Closing date: Sunday, 27 July 2025 (9:59 AM)

Salary: Clerk Grade 9/10. Package includes base salary ($129,464 - $142,665) plus superannuation (11.5%) and leave loading.

Hiring Manager: Claire Hargreave, Associate Director, AoG Strategic Communications on [email protected]

About the Premier's Department

Connecting to Deliver from the Heart of Government

The Premier's Department leads the state's 430,000 public servants, driving collaboration and the delivery of whole-of-government priorities. Learn more about the department and a career at Premier's Department.

Our Commitment

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, people with caring responsibilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans and other diverse communities.

The Premier's Department acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work and live. We pay respect to Ancestors and Elders past and present. We recognise and learn from the strengths of First Nations peoples of New South Wales and their continuing connection to, and unique cultural and spiritual relationship with, Country.

Additional Information

Reasonable Adjustments: The selection process will include assessment techniques to determine your suitability. You can request reasonable adjustments at any stage by indicating in pre-screening questions, contacting the Talent Team at [email protected], or reaching out to the hiring manager.

Talent Pool: A talent pool may be created from this recruitment process. If eligible, you may be contacted for ongoing and temporary opportunities in the same role or grade that become available over an 18-month period.